Spicy Corn Ragout

* Exported from MasterCook *

Spicy Corn Ragout

Recipe By : Bonnie Stern, Simply HeartSmart Cooking (modified)
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:20
Categories : Cornellier Classics Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 tablespoons chicken broth
1 garlic clove -- minced
1/2 red onion -- diced
1 red bell pepper -- diced
2 tablespoons jalapeno peppers -- chopped
2 cups corn, frozen
1/2 cup chicken broth
10 ounces spinach -- trimmed and chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup basil, fresh -- chopped

Heat oil in large, deep skillet or Dutch oven. Add garlic and onion. Cook
gently until tender and fragrant, but do not brown.

Add red peppers, and jalapenos. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes.
Stir in corn and mix together well. Add stock and bring to a boil. Cook
gently for 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook for 5 minutes longer, just
until wilted. Add pepper, salt, if desired and basil. Taste and adjust
seasonings, if necessary.

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NOTES : Original recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of olive oil for frying the garlic
and onion. I substituted the chicken broth.